Sunday, 19 October 2014

Diabetic Society of Singapore (DSS) enjoyed a hands-on experience cooking several easy recipes that can help manage blood sugar level



Tom Yam Goong Macaroni Soup
Using wholemeal pasta, this dish boasts
flavour and good old comfort.


Baked Quinoa
Featuring the popular quinoa grain that
is rich in protein and fibre; this can easily
become any family’s new nutritious meal.


Kidney Bean Burritos 
Quite flavourful and filling, this snack was a
favourite recipe among the group.


Vegan Lasagne
Meeting daily requirements for vegetable
intake is easy when this dish is served.


Brown Basmati Pilaf 
Featuring basmati and barley, this dish is
surely a better choice than traditional fried
rice.

Low GI ingredients make 
better meals

Glycaemic Index (GI) is a number assigned

to a particular food or ingredient that
measures the way it will impact one’s blood
sugar levels upon eating. Using at least
one low GI food at every meal may lead to
more stable blood sugar levels, an easier to
control appetite and more stable weight.
Moreover, when combined with high GI
food, the glycaemic value of the total meal
may become lower.


Low GI ingredients 

featured in the recipes 
worth switching to:

Brown Basmati Rice

Legumes and beans
Wholemeal grains and pasta
Most fruits and vegetables


Controlling food portions

While GI values serve as a guide in choosing
the food to eat, Ms Bhaskaran also reminded
the participants to watch how much they
eat. Portion control is another way to help
manage blood sugar (and waistlines). The
amount and type of food to eat can be
worked out best with a dietitian to suit
individual requirements, eating style and
medication prescribed.



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